Shimliwas - Tosham, Bhiwani
Shimliwas is a village situated in the Tosham tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tosham and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Similiwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimliwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimliwas is 061214. The village covers a total geographical area of 597 hectares and falls under the 127029 pincode. Tosham is the nearest town.
Shimliwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tosham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shimliwas
According to the 2011 Census, Shimliwas village had a total population of 1,625 people, including 874 males and 751 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.30%, with male literacy at 86.95% and female literacy at 59.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,625 | 874 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 108 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 151 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 666 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 208 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Shimliwas
Shimliwas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jitwanwas | East | 2.12 km |
| Mansarwas | West | 2.53 km |
| Dhani Mahu | North | 3.43 km |
| Chandawas | South | 3.44 km |
| Legha Bhanan | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Kairu | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Legha Hetwan | East | 4.36 km |
| Jhundawas | South | 5.35 km |
| Dhangar | South | 5.75 km |
| Sungarpur | North-West | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shimliwas
Public transport in the Shimliwas is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhiwani, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Shimliwas is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shimliwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimliwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shimliwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shimliwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shimliwas
Where is Shimliwas located?
Shimliwas village is located in Tosham Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shimliwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimliwas is Similiwas.
What is the pincode of Shimliwas?
The pincode of Shimliwas is 127029.
What is the population of Shimliwas?
Shimliwas had a total population of 1,625, including 874 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Shimliwas?
Shimliwas had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shimliwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimliwas was 74.30%. Male literacy was 86.95% and female literacy was 59.85%.